Center Stage Magazine August-September | Page 284

MANNY PACQUIAO: Made From Training Written by Mark Adrian Francisco Photograph by Chris Farina Tracy Lee There is an old saying that “Practice makes perfect”, which can be applied to life in general whether it’s an artist mastering his craft, a soldier undergoing rigorous training or a dancer perfecting her pirouettes. But for an athlete, these words are seared in his mind and no other athlete has embodied this better than Manny Pacquiao. Already considered as one of the greatest boxers of all time, Manny’s countless victories proves that unwavering discipline and a determined heart never goes unrewarded. His sheer determination and courage have inspired not just the Philippines, but the entire world. Manny has proven that one can achieve anything he sets his mind to. Champions are defin